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About this property

This small, family-run metro hotel has easy access by bus to Edinburgh city centre, less than 2 miles away. It offers free on-street parking, free WiFi, en-suite rooms and a bar. The Hotel Ceilidh-Donia is in a quiet residential area, just off Dalkeith Road, a major route into Edinburgh. Edinburgh Waverley Rail Station, Edinburgh Castle and the shops of Princes Street are within a 15-minute bus ride. The Victorian building mixes original character and modern comforts. The rooms all have a flat-screen TV, iPod dock, and facilities for making tea and coffee. Guests can also enjoy hairdryers and modern en-suite power showers. The bar offers a TV, bar snacks, DVDs, books, and a computer with printing facilities. There is also a guest lounge, which leads onto the gardens and decked terrace.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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3 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Irene
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceptional breakfast. Very comfortable room overlooking the garden. Kevin is a brilliant host. Short walk to Holyrood Park.
  • Irene
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was absolutely delicious. Our room overlooked gardens and was very comfortable. Whilst the hotel a fair distance from the city centre there are plenty of buses that regularly pass by. It is close to Holyrood park and Arthur's Seat....
  • Michael
    Australia Australia
    Staff were so wonderful - it really was home away from home. Will definitely return and have already recommended it to all my friends and family.
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very nice hotel with good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff. Good location for park and centre and well served by several bus routes. Breakfast was good though we prefer stronger coffee.
  • Sophie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff was very helpful and friendly. The location was also great.
  • Roberto
    Italy Italy
    This Hotel doesn’t need too many words to be described: just the best place to stay in Edinburgh if you want to taste a marvellous Scottish breakfast, experience the relax and the silence of this splendid residential area and have a soul...
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly staff and nothing too much trouble. Clean room and great breakfast.
  • Chloe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This hotel is such a gem! Quiet, safe, and cosy, located away from the hustle and bustle of the festival but well served by buses and Ubers. The bed was like sleeping on a cloud, the hosts were super welcoming and friendly, and the breakfasts...
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Warm welcome, comfortable rooms, delicious breakfast, well situated - easy access to city by regular bus.
  • Ray
    Germany Germany
    This place is absolutely magnificent , had an absolute dream for 4 days , Kevin and his family were incredible hosts , nothing was a problem and so helpful any time of the day , the breakfast that was served was absolutely spot on , everything...

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that all cancellations must be made 48 hours prior to arrival, and must be in writing (by letter or email). Cancellations within 48 hours of arrival will be charged the first night's stay, and no-shows will be charged the total amount in full.

Check-in or check-out outside of the published times must be arranged with the hotel in advance.

Please note that this property has no lift but guests will be helped with their luggage.

Please note, when booking 3 rooms or more, or 5 nights or more, different policies and additional charges may apply.

Smoking is not permitted in any of the guest’s rooms. If a guest is found to have smoked in a room, a fee of GBP 250 will be charged.

Please inform Hotel Ceilidh-Donia in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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